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Product Packaging: Standard Packaging

Brand Name: SoundMatters

Model Number: Soundmatters foxLv2 Bluetooth

Color: Black

Product Description

Product Packaging: Standard Packaging

Product Description

Soundmatters introduces foxLv2 and foxLv2 Bluetooth, worthy successors to the first and still only portable pocket-sized stereo speaker system good enough for an audio purist. The foxLv2 Bluetooth version adds significantly improved Bluetooth music streaming (great for use with iPhone 3G/3GS/touch and other music phones) and surprisingly competent built-in dual-microphone system for “enterprise-quality” hands-free/conferencing.

From the Manufacturer

Soundmatters introduces foxLv2 and foxLv2 Bluetooth, worthy successors to the first and still only portable pocket-sized stereo speaker system good enough for an audio purist. The foxLv2 Bluetooth version adds significantly improved Bluetooth music streaming (great for use with iPhone 3G/3GS/touch and other music phones) and surprisingly competent built-in dual-microphone system for "enterprise-quality" hands-free/conferencing.

Turns the palm of your hand into a personal amphitheater

Linear Magnetic Drive Twoofer

Unlike other portable speaker systems, foxLv2 is engineered around a pair of proprietary, highly sophisticated acoustic drivers, unique in their ability to reproduce both extreme high (tweeter) and low (woofer) frequencies from a single very small diameter (25mm) dome speaker, dubbed the "Twoofer".

Enhanced Bluetooth Hands-Free and Music Streaming

Soundmatters engineers worked closely with their factory partner, one of the largest manufacturers of Bluetooth devices, to ensure that foxLv2's implementation of Bluetooth's v.2.0 A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) technology was optimized for both wide audio bandwidth and low distortion. This extra effort ensures surprisingly high quality stereo music streaming.

Bring and share the joy of high-fidelity music anywhere

foxLv2's built-in noise and echo-canceling microphone circuitry, coupled with the Twoofer's remarkable voice clarity, make it a superb choice for hands-free and conference call applications. When a call comes in while listening to music streamed via a Bluetooth-enabled music phone, foxLv2 automatically switches so you'll hear and be able to speak to the caller, and when the call is finished music returns. With a quick press of foxLv2's front Bluetooth button, you can even remotely reject, answer, or terminate a call.

"Skintight" DomeForward Enclosure

foxLv2 incorporates high-tech glass-filled composite walls to form a "skintight" ultra-rigid totally sealed acoustic enclosure...often confused with metal, but much lighter, for portability.

Unlike others that mount their acoustic drivers in manner that actually obstructs their sound, especially if the listener is off-axis from the front of the speakers' direct "line of sight," foxLv2’s Twoofer speakers, are mounted "dome forward" from the enclosure, protected by a grille designed to maximize acoustic transparency. Another reason why unlike typical small speakers, foxLv2 sounds open and airy, almost regardless of its location.

BassBattery/Flatmagic

foxLv2's dual digitally powered Twoofers are assisted in their task of reproducing low frequencies by a miniaturized version of the high mass "moving-wall" passive bass radiators found in Soundmatters' award-winning SUBstage home subwoofers.

To add the additional bass driver, without compromising stringent weight and space restrictions, Soundmatters engineers developed an innovative solution: the BassBattery. This patent-pending design was created by rubber-encasing foxLv2's built-in high capacity, lithium-ion battery, enabling it to provide the mass for, and doing double duty as an acoustic suspension bass driver.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

I have purchased at least a dozen small speaker systems over the years, spending anywhere from $20 to $150 each. The Soundmatters Foxl V2 speakers are by far the best of the lot. The sound is nicely balanced and has nice bass tones for a speaker system this small. I gave it a 4 stars for Sound quality because it certainly will distort at high volumes.

I am not sure that there any speaker system in this class that is a 5 star on Sound quality. In speakers, size matters, but Soundmatters has done a great job of optimizing the sound in this small package. This is nice, portable audio sound -- not snooty audiophile sound. If you are that much of an audiophile, then you really are not going to be happy outside of your soundproofed living room with your multi-thousand dollar stereo system, so what are you doing looking at these speakers anyway?

On price, I have purchased iPod dock speakers costing well over $100 that had decent sound, but were much larger and less portable. The Foxl V2 has better sound and fits in my jeans back pocket. $200 may seem steep, but the incremental value in sound, portability, and convenience is definitely there for me. Paired with my HTC EVO, it is the ultimate roaming listening device. With the EVO in my pocket, I roam from room to room in my house doing chores and listening to podcasts, audiobooks, or music. I have a small deck on my condo and the sound is fine for party background music. Finally, they sound great plugged in to my laptop.

In addition to an "Anti-Dance Mat" (see below), Soundmatters provides a complete set of cables (USB, 3.5mm audio) and multiple power plugs that fit into the wall charger.

Well, i have to say--and i hate to say it--but i'm disappointed. Maybe because i read so many glowing reviews, i was expecting too much. Maybe my ears have become too critical over years of listening. But to my ears, the foxl sounds THIN, particularly in midrange frequencies. It has the ummph of the bass, and somewhat-detailed highs, but not a fullness of even sound (flat frequency response), or warmth. And altho there are high and low tones present, they are not pleasing to me. The HF, although not tinny or abrasive, does not have good air or sparkle. The 'bass battery' is simply a flat-diaphragm passive radiator (not an actual driver). It definitely creates a lot of vibration, but to me the LF bass just SEEMS stronger because of the vibration produced (like a transducer), not because of driver response. This can be very apparent when you move a further distance from the speaker and can no longer feel the vibration, but only hear the sound.Imaging, or stereo separation, is extremely lacking--as could be expected with drivers 2 3/4" apart on a flat plane--closer together than your ears are apart on your head.Yes, i understand this is a "personal" speaker and not meant to fill a room with high-decibel sound. And in that regard, it is an engineering marvel. It is tiny: has on-board electronics: amps, rechargeable battery, Bluetooth, mics, speaker drivers--all in a package that fits in your hand!That's why i was so excited when i first heard about it, just a week ago. I thought it might well be my holy grail of portable speakers (my search was finally over!?), and was so excited to audition it for myself (despite the price, which is a good deal of money for my budget).But speakers, recording, and music have been a passion of mine since childhood.Read more ›

The sound that comes out of this very small speaker is outstanding with only two caveats. I have been using this speaker for several months and I have been listening mostly to indy rock, classic rock and on occasion, jazz piano. The first caveat comes when I am listening to jazz piano. On piano music being played directly from the CD thru the FoxL speakers, the higher pitch notes distort even at lower volume settings, and if you've listened to jazz piano you'll know that high pitch notes occur frequently. The second caveat comes when playing music by way of the Bluetooth interface. IMO the buzzing/static sound transmitted thru the speakers is significant enough at low to mid volumes to be distracting to the listening experience. For the most part, the build quality of the speaker is excellent. The only component that needs improvement is the material of construction of the kickstand in the back of the unit. It is made of a cheap, somewhat ridged brittle plastic that broke in two places while simply unfolding it for use. I did get a replacement sent to me immediately, free of charge. Customer support was excellent. Battery life is excellent.

I give these speakers a 3.5 start rating. I would give them a 4.5 star rating if the Bluetooth issue was resolved, and a full 5 stars if the kickstand issue was resolved along with the Bluetooth issue. The concept of the Bluetooth feature is great although if this is not a requirement, I would recommend saving money and purchasing the model without the Bluetooth feature.